Fair warning: this could be the roughest version of “freeze tag” out there. But don’t let that scare you away; this version is a blast! Here’s what you do.Give yourself some space indoors, perhaps a gym or large room. Choose a few adult leaders to be “it.” (How many you need depends on how many students you have. I...
You need a big room or gym to play this one, as it requires the same amount of space as the original dodge ball game.Divide your total group of students into two teams making sure there are equal numbers of guys and girls on each team. Then tell everyone to partner up within their respective teams. Give each two-some...
This one is simple to play as it’s really just an indoor modification of volleyball. Here it is:Take a regular volleyball net and set it up in a big room at your church. You can even use your sanctuary if you get permission from the proper authorities. Now grab a couple of inflatable beach balls (NOT volleyballs) and inflate...
This is a really simple game to play, but it’s a load of fun! Also, on a hot day, it provides a great way to cool off. Here’s what you do:It doesn’t matter how large your group is, just divide them into EQUAL groups. Make sure each group is limited to 6-8 kids. (It’s sort of a relay race,...
Fair warning: this one can get a little rowdy. But it’s also a ton of fun!All you need is a cleared-out room, a strobe light, and a ball of any kind. Here’s what you do.Clear out a room that’s of good size. Move the couches against the wall, stack chairs in the corner, etc. Then, divide the students into...
War ball is combination of dodgeball, capture the flag, and hide and seek. Let me explain!You can make your own “war balls” by wadding up two pieces of paper and wrapping them in scotch tape, or simply buying those soft plastic balls that fill children’s “ball pits.” Your call, just make sure every single student who is playing gets...
No…this game doesn’t require a swimming pool, and you can play it in the dead of winter anywhere in the world. And when you do play it, your kids will ask for it time and again. Here’s what you do.Shark can be played with any group of people, although the larger the group the more fun it is. (Make...